hey guys I took it apart this morning, since I have to get it regeared anyway, and checked it out. it is for sure a detroit (bonus for me <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />)

it looked to be in good shape inside. the teeth weren't worn, or rounded, and everything seemed to work right. so I put it back together, and will have it set up with new gears this week.

thanks for all the input